Biodiversity
In pictures: BirdLife Australia’s 2018 calendar
BirdLife Australia is turning the spotlight on some of our most beautiful, colourful and intriguing woodland birds.
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Emergency translocation success – saving the Mala
With less than 400 left on the mainland, an emergency translocation has given hope in the survival of one of Australia’s most endangered mammals – the Mala.
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Artists Gillie and Marc to create the biggest rhino sculpture in history
This Sunday the famous couple will be auctioning off all of their artworks to raise money for the project which seeks to draw attention to the last three remaining northern white rhinos.
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Robert Irwin on continuing his father’s legacy through his wildlife photography
Robert Irwin first demonstrated a propensity for photography at the age of six, back then wielding just a tiny point-and-shoot camera. But since entering his photography into various photo competitions, he’s become more professional and more determined. Here, he speaks to Australian Geographic about his passion for photography, and how he intends to communicate important lessons in conservation — those first pioneered by his parents, Steve and Terri.
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Inside the world of museum taxidermy
Jo Bain, who’s worked at the South Australian Museum as a taxidermist since the age of 15, guides Australian Geographic through the changing face of his beloved profession.
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Evidence of the elusive night parrot recorded in WA
Evidence of the critically endangered night parrot— rarely even glimpsed by humans due to their nocturnal nature and small numbers— has been recorded by Paruku rangers in Western Australia.
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What gives golden possums their colour?
A rare genetic mutation is behind the golden colour of this possum.
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Gallery: Saving our platypuses
Research on platypus numbers and distribution is being stepped up as science tries new ways to document this elusive Australian species. Photography by Doug Gimesy.
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Sharks important to reef conservation, study finds
A new link between robust shark populations and healthy coral reefs has been uncovered.
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VIDEO: Tasmanian devil and her new babies
Watch Diva the devil having her pouch checked.